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Troll

Large · Giant · CR 5 · Chaotic Evil

Source. Black Flag SRD

15 (natural armor)

Ability Scores

Core attributes and their modifiers.

STR

DEX

CON

INT

-2

WIS

-1

CHA

-2

Overview

Category Monsters

Size Large

Type Giant

Alignment Chaotic Evil

XP 1800

Initiative Bonus +1

Movement

Walk 30 ft (9.1 m)

Swim 15 ft (4.6 m)

Climb 15 ft (4.6 m)

Crawl 15 ft (4.6 m)

Senses

Darkvision 60 ft (18.3 m)

Passive Perception 9

Saving Throws

Strength +4 Dexterity +1 Constitution +5 Intelligence -2 Wisdom -1 Charisma -2

Languages

Giant

Resistances & Immunities

Damage Resistances

Giant Attributes

Damage Vulnerabilities

Giant Attributes

Traits

Giant Attributes

The troll is resistant to the stunned condition, and it is vulnerable to the prone condition.

Heightened Smell

The troll's Perception is 17 while perceiving by smell.

Regeneration

The troll regains 10 HP at the start of its turn. If the troll takes acid or fire damage, this trait doesn't function at the start of the troll's next turn. The troll dies only if it starts its turn with 0 HP and doesn't regenerate.

Actions

Bite

+7 to hit, reach 5 ft (1.5 m). Hit: 2d8+4 piercing damage.

Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 13 (2d8+4) piercing damage.

Claw

+7 to hit, reach 10 ft (3 m). Hit: 2d6+4 slashing damage.

Melee Weapon Attack: +7 to hit, reach 10 ft., one target. Hit: 11 (2d6+4) slashing damage.

Multiattack

The troll makes one Bite attack and two Claw attacks.

Bonus Actions

Ravenous Frenzy

Desperate for a meal as its injuries mount, the troll moves up to half its speed and makes one Bite attack against a creature it can see within range. The troll then regains HP equal to half the damage dealt.

About Troll

Troll is a large giant with a Challenge Rating of 5. It has a chaotic evil alignment.

In combat, this creature maintains an Armor Class of 15 and possesses 94 hit points (derived from None).

Troll has communication capabilities including Giant. This allows it to interact verbally with various creatures and characters.

GM Tips: Using Troll

1 tips available

When using Troll in your D&D 5e campaign, consider these tactical approaches:

Regeneration Counterplay: This creature regenerates HP each turn! Players must deal enough damage to overcome regeneration. Certain damage types (acid, fire) may suppress regeneration. Plan sustained damage output.

Player Guide: Facing Troll

1 strategies available

When your party encounters this creature, keep these strategies in mind:

Counter Regeneration: This creature regenerates HP each turn! Deal enough damage to overcome regeneration. Use acid or fire damage if it suppresses regeneration. Plan sustained damage output.

Encounter Building Calculator

Standard Party Encounter (4-5 characters):

This creature is a medium encounter for a party of 4 characters of level 5.

Solo Encounter:

A single character of level 7 (up to level 20) can face this creature in a medium to hard encounter.

Experience Point Thresholds:

Medium: 3,000 XP
Hard: 4,500 XP
Deadly: 6,000 XP

Based on D&D 5e Dungeon Master's Guide encounter building guidelines. CR roughly equals party level for medium encounters.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the challenge rating of Troll?: Troll has a Challenge Rating of 5, making it appropriate for parties of level 5.0.
What type of creature is Troll?: Troll is a Large Giant, which affects how certain spells and abilities interact with it.
What languages does Troll speak?: Troll can communicate in Giant.